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Nature’s Divine Canvas: 20 Forms of Lord Ganesha Found in Tree Bark at Lucknow Metro Station

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Nature took on a divine form at Hazratganj Metro Station, where a unique solo photography exhibition showcased 20 naturally occurring images of Lord Ganesha hidden in the bark and textures of trees. Organised by the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, The Natural Forms of Ganesha brings together spirituality, photography and environmental awareness. The exhibition was inaugurated by UPMRC Managing Director Sushil Kumar. Photographer Puneet Katyayan is the artist behind the collection, while Bhupendra Asthana has curated the exhibition. Divine Forms Hidden…

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Musical Evening at Gomti Book Festival on Day One, ‘Paras Live’ Captivates Audience

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The first day of the Gomti Book Festival 2026 witnessed a vibrant blend of literature, books and music on Saturday evening. A special musical programme featuring ‘Paras Live’ added a lively dimension to the festival, with the band entertaining audiences with a mix of Bollywood retro, Sufi and rock music. The evening began with popular Bollywood melodies and evergreen retro songs, followed by soulful Sufi compositions. Energetic rock arrangements further added vibrancy to the programme. The diverse musical repertoire appealed to audiences across age groups, including children, young people…

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“Books play an important role in bringing society together”: Yogi Adityanath

Arijit Bose

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurates the fifth edition of the Gomti Book Fair Lucknow: “There was always a concern that in the digital age, young people were moving away from books and spending their time on social media. However, the fifth edition of the Gomti Book Fair organised by the National Book Trust (NBT) has proved that today’s youth still reads books. Young people do not merely spend time on social media; they observe and understand the world around them, accumulate knowledge and use it to shape their…

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Rahul Gandhi’s Modi Mimicry Sparks Political Row Over Foreign Policy and China

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi’s remarks at a recent party event have triggered a fresh political confrontation, with the BJP and NDA allies criticising his manner of attacking Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy. During his address, Gandhi appeared to imitate Modi while questioning the government’s approach to international diplomacy. He then walked towards Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit and hugged him, using the gesture to question whether embracing foreign leaders could be considered the measure of a country’s foreign policy. The…

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Former Sitapur MP’s Son Anand Verma Joins Congress

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Anand Verma, son of former Sitapur MP and MLA Babu Hargovind Verma, joined the Indian National Congress at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in New Delhi on Friday, citing his support for the party’s policies and its campaign for social justice. Anand Verma, who has previously served as a block pramukh and has remained active in social work, belongs to the Kurmi community. His brother Anil Verma is the sitting MLA from Laharpur. His entry into the Congress marks a significant political development involving a prominent…

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UP to Conduct 157-Hour Continuous Cleanliness Drive from September 25 to October 2: A.K. Sharma

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar held a virtual meeting with Urban Development Ministers of all states on Thursday to review preparations for the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, which will be organised from September 17 to October 17. Uttar Pradesh Urban Development and Energy Minister A.K. Sharma participated in the meeting and said the state would organise the scheduled programmes under the campaign along with several special initiatives of its own. Sharma announced that Uttar Pradesh will conduct a 157-hour continuous cleanliness campaign from September 25…

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Uttar Pradesh Emerging as New Hub for Renewable Energy Investment and Innovation: A.K. Sharma

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is emerging as a major centre for investment and innovation in the renewable energy sector, Urban Development and Energy Minister A.K. Sharma said on Thursday, stressing the state’s vast potential in solar power, green energy, bioenergy and green hydrogen. Sharma inaugurated the Lucknow edition of the ‘Invest, Innovate, Inspire’ roadshow of the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit and Expo-2026 at Taj Hotel, Lucknow. He said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, India is providing new direction to the world in clean energy, while Uttar Pradesh, under Chief…

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CM Yogi Pays Tribute to Govind Ballabh Pant and Girda, Vows to Preserve Uttarakhand’s Cultural Heritage

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to Bharat Ratna Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant on his birth anniversary at Lok Bhawan in Lucknow, honouring the former leader’s contribution to public service, nation-building and democratic values. The Chief Minister offered flowers at Pant’s statue and remembered the former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. A large number of members of the Uttarakhand community attended the programme, along with Lucknow Mayor Sushma Kharkwal and other dignitaries. Later, a joint birth anniversary celebration of Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant and noted poet and cultural activist…

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₹50,100 Allegedly Stolen from Postal Agent’s Bag Inside Post Office

Arijit Bose

Gonda: A cash theft of ₹50,100 has been reported inside a post office in Itiyathok town, with postal agent Sant Pyare Tiwari alleging that an unidentified person stole the money from his bag. Tiwari, a resident of Ayah village under Itiyathok police station, had reportedly reached the post office at around 10 am on Thursday to deposit the cash in connection with a new account and transactions under the Kisan Vikas Patra and savings account schemes. According to his complaint, Tiwari submitted the required documents and forms at the counter…

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UP to Host UP Tex-2026 in Lucknow to Position State as Major Textile and Apparel Hub

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government is set to showcase the state’s growing potential in the textile and apparel sector through UP Tex-2026, a two-day industry event scheduled to be held at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Lucknow on September 8 and 9. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will inaugurate the event and interact with leading entrepreneurs from the textile and apparel industry during a high-level roundtable discussion focused on investment, industrial expansion and employment generation. The government aims to position Uttar Pradesh as a major national and global hub for textile manufacturing…

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